PHOTOS: New Light-Up “The Haunted Mansion” Madame Leota Sipper Arrives at Disneyland Resort

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The popular Madame Leota sipper from Walt Disney World has floated across the country and is now available in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort. Madame Leota glows a ghostly blue, just like on The Haunted Mansion attraction. The top of her crystal ball pops open to reveal the straw. The Madame Leota sipper is … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Extends Park Hours to 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM on Weekends Through November 1

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Universal Studios Florida has extended their hours this upcoming Saturday and Sunday, with the park now opening at 8:00 AM and closing at 10:00 PM. Universal’s Islands of Adventure will open at 8:00 AM on both days and close at 10:00 PM on Sunday. Previously, Universal Studios Florida has been closing at 9:00 PM on … Read more

PHOTOS: Another Canopy Piece Installed, Protective Cover Added to Track on TRON Lightcycle Run at the Magic Kingdom

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More of the illuminated canopy structure has been installed on the TRON Lightcycle / Run track at Magic Kingdom. Though rumors indicate the project is severely delayed, progress continues solely on the canopy. While some of the track has had a white tarp on it, protective orange tarps have been added where the canopy will … Read more

PHOTOS: Over Half of Crossbeams Now Gone from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Roof

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We’ve been watching the removal of crossbeams from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort roof for almost two weeks now. Now over half of the crossbeams are gone from the iconic structure. Horizontal and vertical support beams have also been removed as construction goes on. The refurbished Great Ceremonial House will still have a crossbeam structure on … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Broken Fishing Goose Animatronic Covered in Nets While Other Technical Issues are Fixed on Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom

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Splash Mountain at Magic Kingdom has been plagued with issues recently, which guests are taking particular interest in given the announcement that it would soon be transformed into a Princess and the Frog attraction. Today we found several technical issues fixed, but more have arisen. Br’er Bear is once again bobbing back and forth in … Read more

PHOTOS: “it’s a small world” Construction Walls Receive Matching Themed Covers at the Magic Kingdom

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While under refurbishment, “it’s a small world” is almost entirely covered in construction walls and scrims. Thankfully, Disney is at least giving these walls and scrims a themed look. Yesterday, we saw a few new colorful scrims and today they have overtaken more of the walls. The striped scrims descend over the green construction walls. … Read more

PHOTOS: Painting Moves to Marquee During Magic Kingdom Toll Plaza Refurbishment

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The Magic Kingdom toll plaza is getting a new royal blue, gold, and rose gold treatment to match Cinderella Castle in time for Magic Kingdom’s 50th anniversary next year. Refurbishment is about a third of the way done, with over a month of work remaining. Three lanes in the center of the plaza were blocked … Read more

PHOTOS: First Christmas Decorations Arrive at Universal’s Islands of Adventure for the 2020 Holiday Season

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While Universal Studios Florida keeps the Halloween spirit alive, Universal’s Islands of Adventure is preparing for Christmas! Decorations have arrived at Port of Entry and Seuss Landing. Port of Entry Garland lines the overhangs at the entrance. Islands of Adventure Trading Company is also decked out in garland and a wreath. Each building has somewhat … Read more

PHOTOS: New Passholder Exclusive EPCOT Pavilion Logo, Hatbox Ghost, Figment, and Christmas Magnets Arrive at EPCOT

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The Annual Passholder pop-up shop in the Germany Pavilion of EPCOT has even more Passholder-exclusive magnets available. EPCOT Passholder Magnet – $14.99 This Mickey head is made up of all of the EPCOT pavilion logos. The Haunted Mansion Hatbox Ghost Magnet – $14.99 Celebrate spooky season with this Haunted Mansion magnet featuring the famous Hatbox … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Disney Parks Christmas 2020 Merchandise Begins to Arrive at Walt Disney World

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‘Tis the season to be jolly! We may still have some time before Halloween, but it’s not too early for Christmas shopping. The Disney Planning Center & Gifts at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort has a bunch of new Christmas merchandise available—an odd choice for a big merchandise release, but one worth heading out … Read more

PHOTOS: Lights On and Even More Details Added to the France Pavilion Expansion at EPCOT

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Though the opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is likely delayed until next year, construction goes on in the rest of the France Pavilion’s expansion at EPCOT. The area surrounding the expansion’s entrance archway has been cleaned up. Last we saw, a long tarp was on this area of the street for construction vehicles to drive … Read more

CONCEPT ART: First Look at Universal Studios Beijing Attractions, Including “Spider-Man” Style Jurassic World Adventure Attraction

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We previously got a look at the upcoming Universal Beijing Resort’s CityWalk, some of park’s Jurassic World Isla Nublar land, and a new subway station. Now Universal has released a video featuring beautiful new concept art for attractions that will be at the brand new theme park. Universal Studios Beijing’s lands will be Kung Fu … Read more

Florida Strike Teams Visiting Major Theme Parks Unannounced to Check on CDC Guideline Adherence

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“Strike teams” in Orange County, Florida have been making surprise visits to businesses to ensure they are following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines. Mayor Jerry Demings says the strike teams will be checking on the major theme parks, like Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort very soon. “So far over 3,600, to … Read more

Live-Action “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers” Film to Premiere on Disney+

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A new Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers film based on the popular ’90s television series is coming to Disney+. The film will combine live-action with CGI and is set to begin filming next spring. There are rumors that the original voice cast are set to return, but this has not been confirmed. Tress MacNeille originally … Read more

SHOP: New Limited Edition “Pinocchio”, “The Aristocats”, and “The Three Caballeros” Anniversary Pins Available on shopDisney

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New limited edition pins have arrived on shopDisney to celebrate milestone anniversaries of three classic Disney films: Pinocchio, The Aristocats, and The Three Caballeros. Pinocchio 80th Anniversary Pin Set – Limited Edition – $69.99 Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of Walt Disney’s animated masterpiece Pinocchio with this set of five limited edition pins. Makes no difference who you … Read more

125 Point Minimum Now Required for Disney Vacation Club Membership Perks

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Disney Vacation Club has increased the number of total points members must purchase to be eligible for Membership Magic perks. Members who reach the point requirement will then receive a member ID card with which they gain access to dining, recreation, shopping, and Annual Pass discounts. A member ID is also required to attend Moonlight … Read more